After defeating Omigawa at UFC 126, Mendes is now widely considered the top contender in the featherweight division, but it’s likely he’ll remain active instead of waiting for the winner of the upcoming title fight between champion Jose Aldo and Mark Hominick.

Mendes will also be featured in an interview with MMAWeekly Radio on Thursday night to talk about his win over Omigawa and his future with the UFC featherweight division.